2008 Corporate Campaign Kicks Off

The Diversity Council’s annual corporate campaign kicked off this week as Board members, staff, and volunteers began contacting previous corporate members, asking them to renew their support.

Corporate membership has been a vital part of the Diversity Council’s work since our beginning in 1989, providing about 25% of our annual income. We believe the benefits also flow in both directions.

Our corporate members are eligible for free diversity training. Members giving $500 or more also receive exclusive access to our online Diversity Toolkit, which provides demographic research, reference materials, tip sheets, and diversity training activities.

In addition to these more tangible benefits, corporate membership in the Diversity Council also sends a public message that your company values the business of ALL people—our members are recognized in the Post-Bulletin, as well as in our annual report and on our website.

This year our corporate members are more vital than ever as the Diversity Council is faced with numerous opportunities for new outreach—from the Town Meeting Initiative to assisting with the school districts 5-year-plan to close the achievement gap, from a media campaign spreading our message of respect to after school programming for at risk kids.  The support of local businesses makes a BIG difference to the work we are able to do!

You can learn more about giving levels and benefits on our website. Is your company interested in joining our efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive community? Please contact Executive Director Kay Hocker at 282-9951 or at kayh@diversitycouncil.org.

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